The Dallas Foundation brings together people, ideas, and investments in Greater Dallas so individuals and families can reach their full potential.
The Dallas Foundation offers a grant program with a specific focus on meeting the community's needs through supporting nonprofits in a diverse range of areas. This program, known as Field of Interest funds, is available in the spring and caters to various specific causes such as the arts, critical needs, support for low-income clients, and animal welfare. Nonprofits are encouraged to submit a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) for the fund that aligns with their organization's focus areas. A notable fund within this program is the Jean Baptiste "Tad" Adoue, III Fund, which specifically supports the arts in Dallas County, focusing on grants for the performing and visual arts in honor of Mr. Adoue’s gift, with an annual availability of $155,000 in grants. It's noted that grants for arts education typically are not considered.